My dogs love to lay down in the car but I still would like to keep them safe. Is there enough give in this harness for them to be able to lay down?
27182
Yes, I use this as a tethering system for my dog in the back of the truck and he lays down all the time
27183
My dog love his harness...it work well in the car or out for a walk...there is adjustments on the harness if you need an area looser....The only thing that I dont like is that there is a thick fleese material on the back side of the flap that fits the front part of my dogs chest...If its warm it proabley makes his warmer...but he doesnt seem to mind...he would rather wear the harness then his collor...The harness is made very well, easy to put on, easy to adjust...best one I have ever found....
27184
In my experience, it's more how much play there is in your hook-up than "give" in the harness that will allow for laying down. I think the harness is comfortable in either position, tho'. I have different ways to attach harnesses and tethers in my vehicle - around the seat-belt buckled, directly into the seat-belt latch, and with a cross-tie (I have a Subaru Baja). Since the connection is on the back, this works with the 1st two alternatives. The tether is adjustable and I think you'll be able to find a length which allows your dogs to lay down without TOO much unwanted movement - obviously, the longer the tether, the greater the risk of injury when the dog reaches the end of it in an accident. I hope this rambling answer helps!
27185
Depends on how you attach it to the belt. There is a short loop that can slide along the shoulder portion. Not enough for my dog to move back and forth, but enough for him to sit and put his nose out.
27186
The belt that connects this harness to the car seat is adjustable, so it works for your dog when it lays down. My dog rides in a booster seat and the harness fastens to the back of the booster, he can lay down, sit or stand very easily.
1248994
I only use this in the back seat, I would never buckle my dog into the front seat BECAUSE of the air bag. She isn't really heavy enough to put the passenger air bag light on but I wouldn't want to chance the air bag going off and killing her with it's force as it did a friend's friend's dog. So the answer to your question is it probably won't keep the airbag from deploying but it will keep the dog from becoming a missle in a forceful accident. My two dogs in the backseat won't be thrown into the front seat when they wear their "seat belts" that attach to their car harnesses (never their collars due to choking hazard).
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I only use this in the back seat, I would never buckle my dog into the front seat BECAUSE of the air bag. She isn't really heavy enough to put the passenger air bag light on but I wouldn't want to chance the air bag going off and killing her with it's force as it did a friend's friend's dog. So the answer to your question is it probably won't keep the airbag from deploying but it will keep the dog from becoming a missle in a forceful accident. My two dogs in the backseat won't be thrown into the front seat when they wear their "seat belts" that attach to their car harnesses (never their collars due to choking hazard). I only use this in the back seat, I would never buckle my dog into the front seat BECAUSE of the air bag. She isn't really heavy enough to put the passenger air bag light on but I wouldn't want to chance the air bag going off and killing her with it's force as it did a friend's friend's dog. So the answer to your question is it probably won't keep the airbag from deploying but it will keep the dog from becoming a missle in a forceful accident. My two dogs in the backseat won't be thrown into the front seat when they wear their "seat belts" that attach to their car harnesses (never... » Read More I only use this in the back seat, I would never buckle my dog into the front seat BECAUSE of the air bag. She isn't really heavy enough to put the passenger air bag light on but I wouldn't want to chance the air bag going off and killing her with it's force as it did a friend's friend's dog. So the answer to your question is it probably won't keep the airbag from deploying but it will keep the dog from becoming a missle in a forceful accident. My two dogs in the backseat won't be thrown into the front seat when they wear their "seat belts" that attach to their car harnesses (never their collars due to choking hazard). « Show Less
1429032
Only if you do not zip the compartment closed, and even then it may not be comfortable -- our dogs, each about 10 lbs, sit up in their carriers while we drive, or curl up and sleep. We have pillows for them in the carrier because the bottom is hard. With the pillow they loosely fill the space when they curl up.
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Not really. The dog can move around inside the vehicle. The harness attaches to the shoulder restraint of the seatbelt, which allows a decent bit of movement. My pup can easily get to a window. We have, however, been in a fairly serious car accident with her in the harness and with the sudden movement the shoulder restraint engages, keeping your pup in place. Thankfully she was perfectly safe, and I attribute that completely to the Kurgo harness, because she would have gone flying otherwise.
1839516
Hi, my son has a 22 pound Corgi , Corgi's have very long bodies and very short legs......she needed height to see out! However, she could only sit in this car seat and could not lie down -was too small for her long body...they returned it and bought 2 long outdoor seat cushions and stacked them ( for a 2 person couch outdoor love seat so the cushions could handle wet feet and mud easily ) and a chest harness for the dog that attaches to the seat belt - so she won't choke or fly forward if they stop suddenly...she can sit and lie down as she pleases...every dog is different... if your dog is going on long trips then it is important that it can lie down in it's seat and not just see out...good luck!
1210825
I have the large seat for my two small dogs. 11lbs and 5 lbs. They are comfortable. Also I don't think it's too big when just one dog is b using it. I guess it would depend on how much space is in your car. In my SUV its fine but in my sedan it can be tight. I do like this seat. I feel safe because it is so secure and my dog isn't ring to jump in my lap while I'm driving. Plus they love looking out the windows!
57132
You could probably set it up on a car like that. Honestly, our dogs slipped out, got tangled up, and this was after nearly 20 minutes of trying to get it to fit the dogs properly. If you have a fairly calm dog, these harness are a good idea. If your dog is anything like our lab (a little more active in the car, you might be better off with a crate.
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It might be tight if he stands up the whole time. My Dog lays down most of the time, but stands when she wants to gaze out the window. She is only about 18 inches at the shoulder and there is room to spare It's a very nice device to keep the dog safe, as well as keeping their fur contained while providing them a comfortable ride. Good Luck!
229238
It depends. If you attach to the rear seatbelt and the dog is not really big it will keep him in the back. The harness will, but it depends on what lenth the leash, or other apparatus is you attach to. We use the attachment which is short to go from the harness to the seatbelt on short trips. In order to have more move around space we attach the 5 foot leash to the harness then to a different spot in the car that gives more room. When we do this the dog gets only to the center console. The harness is excellent. It's how you use it and what you use with it that decides. Harness is a superb well made product.
811985
I do not know for sure. It could be a little loose. There are 3 ways to keep the cover in place. First, a strap with a clip on the top that goes around the head rest ( you should be able to use this), then a strap that goes around the entire seat back (if your back seat folds down in sections you will probably be able to use the back strap, or as you suggest it might fit in a seam, but that does not sound too secure), and finally there is a strap that would go around the bottom and under the seat. I do not know what you could attach that strap to. So if you only have 1 out of 3 ways to secure the cover working it could be loose. But if the dog is not moving around it might be okay. Good luck! I do not know for sure. It could be a little loose. There are 3 ways to keep the cover in place. First, a strap with a clip on the top that goes around the head rest ( you should be able to use this), then a strap that goes around the entire seat back (if your back seat folds down in sections you will probably be able to use the back strap, or as you suggest it might fit in a seam, but that does not sound too secure), and finally there is a strap that would go around the bottom and under the seat. I do not know what you could attach that strap to. So if you only have 1 out of 3 ways to... » Read More I do not know for sure. It could be a little loose. There are 3 ways to keep the cover in place. First, a strap with a clip on the top that goes around the head rest ( you should be able to use this), then a strap that goes around the entire seat back (if your back seat folds down in sections you will probably be able to use the back strap, or as you suggest it might fit in a seam, but that does not sound too secure), and finally there is a strap that would go around the bottom and under the seat. I do not know what you could attach that strap to. So if you only have 1 out of 3 ways to secure the cover working it could be loose. But if the dog is not moving around it might be okay. Good luck! « Show Less
1931606
The strap is short enough that this seems like an unlikely scenario. Additionally, the support within the booster seat itself (higher walls), plus the added padding we usually put (blankets around her) seem to help. Whenever my dog is in the car, I drive more carefully as well.
229242
It depends. If you attach to the rear seatbelt and the dog is not really big it will keep him in the back. The harness will, but it depends on what lenth the leash, or other apparatus is you attach to. We use the attachment which is short to go from the harness to the seatbelt on short trips. In order to have more move around space we attach the 5 foot leash to the harness then to a different spot in the car that gives more room. When we do this the dog gets only to the center console. The harness is excellent. It's how you use it and what you use with it that decides. Harness is a superb well made product. It depends. If you attach to the rear seatbelt and the dog is not really big it will keep him in the back. The harness will, but it depends on what lenth the leash, or other apparatus is you attach to. We use the attachment which is short to go from the harness to the seatbelt on short trips. In order to have more move around space we attach the 5 foot leash to the harness then to a different spot in the car that gives more room. When we do this the dog gets only to the center console. The harness is excellent. It's how you use it and what you use with it that decides. Harness is a superb... » Read More It depends. If you attach to the rear seatbelt and the dog is not really big it will keep him in the back. The harness will, but it depends on what lenth the leash, or other apparatus is you attach to. We use the attachment which is short to go from the harness to the seatbelt on short trips. In order to have more move around space we attach the 5 foot leash to the harness then to a different spot in the car that gives more room. When we do this the dog gets only to the center console. The harness is excellent. It's how you use it and what you use with it that decides. Harness is a superb well made product. « Show Less
1692250
My 75 lb lab jumped out of the back seat when we opened the door and it barely resisted. The stitching in the strap came undone. I still think it would help slow down momentum in a car accident but it will not completely restrain them.
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Yes, I think they would protect the dog, if it is just from rolling in the car. But will probably crumble if hit directly. There is a brand of German crates that are guaranteed in a crash not to bend. Not sure you would find any other types that would survive a crush.
1896302
Yes, in fact my dog will only ride laying down. She can sit up with it on, also, but not stand.
52835
Our Maltese is now nine pounds and has plenty of room to lay down in the large seat. While the dogs might fit while sitting, not sure about laying down. Also, I don't know that there is any way to connect two dogs with harnesses to the single strap and clasp attached to the seat.